Ethyl benzoate

Ethyl benzoate (CAS 93-89-0), also known as benzoic ether, is an ester used in flavoring, fragrance, and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Where is Ethyl benzoate used?

• Food and beverage: flavoring agent (FEMA 2422) adding fruity top notes to confectionery, baked goods, and beverages
• Fragrance: incorporated into perfumes, soaps, and personal care products
• Pharmaceutical: solvent and carrier for active ingredients in topical and oral formulations
• Industrial: fixative and diluent in specialty chemical blending
• It delivers a sweet, fruity, and floral scent profile.

Good to know: Buyers typically specify purity thresholds of 99% or higher depending on the end application. Food-grade material meets FCC specifications; technical-grade and pharma-grade variants are also commercially available.

Commercial specifications

• Purity thresholds of 99% or higher
• Clear, mobile liquid in drum and IBC quantities